Comprehensive Lactation Course:
Mastering the Blueprint 2013 and 2014
Prepare for your IBCLC career with our 90-CERPs All-Inclusive Format. This format is ideal for first-time IBLCE candidates, especially those without a healthcare background. It provides comprehensive coverage of breastfeeding management, and all of the credits required to sit for the exam in July 2014.
Register now and tell your friends that Marie's new 4-day course offers these benefits:
- 90 L-CERPs that cover all 13 disciplines and 12 chronological areas of the exam blueprint
- Combination of 4-day in-person seminar with flexible online study using a series of webcasts and a course study guide
- Convenient payment plans available (call for details)
- Scholarships - The 2013 Felix Biancuzzo Memorial Scholarship application will be available very soon. Application deadline June 30, 2013
- Your satisfaction is guaranteed! (See Guarantee below)
The Comprehensive Lactation Course covers the following topics as they relate to breastfeeding and lactation:
| Analgesia & Anesthesia | Anatomy & Physiology |
| Autoimmune Conditions | Basics of Lactational Pharmacokinetics |
| Biochemistry of Human Milk | Breast Pumps & Pumping |
| Breastfeeding the Older Baby | Breastfeeding Twins & Multiples |
| Cleft Lip & Palate | Common Concerns in the First Month |
| Common Concerns Beyond the First Month | Contraindications to Breastfeeding |
| Counseling and the Feeding Decision | Defense Mechanisms and Human Milk |
| Developmental Milestones | Down Syndrome |
| Environmental Toxins | Factors Influencing Success |
| Feeding Cues, Behaviors and Reflexes | Ethical Considerations |
| Galactogogues | HIV and Breastfeeding |
| Hormones of Lactation | Growth, Weight Gain and Weight Loss |
| Hypoglycemia & Hypothermia | Impact of Maternal Intake on Milk |
| Induced Lactation & Relactation | Infant Formula Risks |
| Infant Nutritional Needs | Infections & Diseases |
| Insufficient Milk Supply | Jaundice & Dehydration |
| Lactation Suppressants | Latch & Positioning |
| Legal Considerations | Milk Banking |
| Nicotine, Alcohol, Illicit Drugs | Nipple and Breast Trauma |
| Nutritional Needs of Mother, Fetus, Infant | Nutritional Deficiencies |
| Postpartum Depression | Premature & Sick Infants |
| Professional Development | Psychology, Anthropology & Sociology |
| Research Study Interpretation | Sexuality, Contraceptives, Fertility & Amenorrhea |
| Shells, Shields, & Other Devices | Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding |
| Weaning |
Locations for 2013!
| Chantilly VA | May 13-16, 2013 |
| Chicago IL | October 28-31, 2013 |
| Dallas TX | November 4-7, 2013 |
| Baltimore MD | November 18-21, 2013 |
Locations for 2014!
| Orlando FL | January 27-31, 2014 |
| San Diego CA | February 10-13, 2014 |
Homework
There is approximately 60 hours of homework to complete prior to the course. Upon registration, you will receive an e-mail from us with instructions for completing the homework. Most work is done online on our website.
Fees and Credits
The course is approved for 90.0 L-CERPs for lactation consultants (IBLCE), 90.0 contact hours for nurses (ANCC), and 26 CPEs at Level II for dieticians (CDR).
Early-bird registration fee: Chantilly, VA - $895 All Others - $949
Regular registration fee: Chantilly, VA - $995 All Others - $1049
Payment plans are available upon request; please call 703-787-9894 for details.
Guarantee
We know your time is important, too. By the end of the first day, if you are not completely satisfied, just let us know before you leave and we'll refund your registration fee. Attendees must sign a written request for the refund and return all course materials before 5 PM of the first day of instruction.
Cancellations/Refunds
Only written cancellations received prior to the regular deadline are eligible for a refund. Refunds are subject to a $100 administrative fee and will not be issued until after the course has been given in all of the cities. No refunds can be given for cancellations after the regular deadline. Substitutions are allowed, but please notify our Registrar at 703-787-9894 or review@breastfeedingoutlook.com as soon as possible. In the unlikely event that a program is cancelled, Breastfeeding Outlook will refund the registration fee in full, but is not responsible for any travel or hotel costs that may be incurred.
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